Our very fast pace client, based in Cape Town CBD, is seeking to employ a Buyer. The incumbent will have a completed degree + roughly 3 years' experience in a buying-type of role. (we are not seeking someone who is currently working in a procurement department)

Your responsibilities will include:
• Develop a comprehensive strategy/plan to drive growth across the department in sales, brands, suppliers and new product listings
• Source and prioritize new brands and suppliers according to this growth plan and in line with market trends and consumer demand
• Deliver against key financial and service level performance indicators within the department (sales, margin, listings availability, stock cover etc.)
• Manage and develop supplier relationships, negotiate good prices, improve trading terms and manage suppliers according to strict SLAs
• Develop a promotional programme, source great deals and manage site merchandising for the department
• Support the operations team in delivering a world-class customer experience – monitor department returns, support the customer service team on product queries and resolving any customer complaints
• Manage stock and availability (including replenishment orders, stock cover)

Attributes required:
• STRONG ANALYTICAL ABILITY, USES DATA TO INFORM DECISIONS
• Strong willingness to learn
• PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF NEGOTIATION AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
• Entrepreneurial/commercial mind-set

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (commerce degree preferable)
• 3 years commercial/retail experience

Application process:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Preference will be given to PDI candidates in line with our client’s National EE Plan.